Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Finance Business Partner – Essex – Permanent (40 hours per week) – £50,000 - £60,000 per annum – Willing to Undergo SC Clearance

Our client is a recognised leader in defence and aerospace technology, committed to innovation, talent development, and excellence. Joining their team means contributing to the future of national security while benefiting from a collaborative environment that supports personal and professional growth. This role supports the Head of Finance – Operations in providing business insight and managing functions, capital, and operational investments. It plays a vital part in improving profitability and competitiveness, offering significant exposure to senior leaders and involvement in both strategic and operational decisions.

Company Cultures and Job Summary:

• Our client is a leading contractor and key supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence, with extensive expertise in mission systems integration across defence, national security, and commercial sectors.
• They design, develop, and manufacture advanced electronic systems and software at facilities located in England, Scotland, and Wales.
• As a wholly owned subsidiary of a US-listed technology company, they have maintained a presence in the UK for over 100 years.
• The company contributes approximately £700 million to the UK economy and supports around 10,000 jobs across its organisation and wider supply chain.
• They are strongly committed to investing in the UK, with an ambitious goal to double the size of the business within the next five years.
• This growth strategy is underpinned by continued investment in people, skills, training, and technology to secure a sustainable and productive future.
• With the rapid expansion of data and connectivity bringing both opportunities and challenges, they work collaboratively with partners to deliver effective and innovative solutions in this dynamic environment.

Working Patterns: This is a hybrid role with 50% of time on site in Essex.

The Key Responsibilities of a Senior Finance Business Partner:

Functional Business Partnering

• Support the development of headcount, utilisation, and overhead forecasts and reports for IBP, LRP, AOP, and monthly cycles, ensuring consistency across the business.
• Monitor performance against plans and drive cost optimisation.
• Prepare for monthly SLT Rate Review Boards and maintain rate-related risk and opportunity registers.
• Track functional metrics, SLAs, and service catalogues to improve efficiency.
• Assist with business restructuring, indirect cost initiatives, and implementation of new finance systems.

Capex & Change

• Monitor capex and change spend against forecasts and analyse ROI and benefit realisation.
• Support UK forecasts for asset capitalisation and depreciation.
• Assist with monthly SLT Investment Review and AR Gate Boards, tracking progress and approvals.
• Contribute to reviews of key projects and maintain investment risk and opportunity registers.

Below is a list of Key Skills required for the Senior Finance Business Partner, however you will not be expected to have everything:

• A university degree or equivalent qualification.
• Several years of relevant experience in finance roles.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret data and communicate key insights clearly.
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks and issues simultaneously, using information from various sources while working under pressure; able to prioritise effectively with an agile approach.
• Proven ability to collaborate successfully within teams.
• Excellent communication and networking skills, with a strong curiosity about the business and the ability to provide insightful, actionable analysis and fresh perspectives.
• Capable of supporting issue resolution and delivering practical, effective outcomes.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify financial information for non-financial audiences.
• Proficient in systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Some experience in influencing decisions and outcomes.
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to identify innovative ways to add value to the business.
• Experience working within a matrix organisation.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (increasing to 27 days) + statutory public holidays.
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution).
• 6 times salary 'Life Assurance'.
• Flexible Benefits scheme.
• Discretionary Bonus scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• 37hr standard working week, with an early finish on Fridays whilst operating a 'Hybrid Working Model'*
• Canteen facilities are available in some sites.

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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